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Things to do in Pelling

Pelling drags you close to nature and grants you the much-desired break from the fast paced life of the cities. While in Pelling you may indulge in following activities
Trek From Yuksom
If you are an adventure enthusiast and trekking is your passion, the trek from Yuksom is a must trek for you. Yuksom was the first capital of Sikkim and presently serves as the base camp for the mountaineering troupes on the expedition Kanchenjunga. Both amateur trekkers as well experienced admire this trek as it has its own ups and downs through the way.
Admire the nature
The one thing that welcomes you to Pelling is the mesmerizing natural beauty. You must indulge in the goodness of nature here. No matter you are sitting on your hotel room’s balcony or strolling on the road in the evening, all you have is serene and picturesque beauty all around you.

Places to see in Pelling

Pelling is a beautiful hill station in the west of Sikkim state. The mesmerizing surroundings and the serene environment of this place make it perfect for your vacations. There are many places of attraction in the town. Here are some of them
Sangachoeling Monastery
The Sangachoeling Monastery holds great importance for the people of Sikkim. Built in the 16th century the Monastery is the oldest of the Buddhist monastery of the town. Another striking feature of this monastery is that you can only reach it on foot. A 45-minute walk to this monastery offers great sightseeing and a chance to admire the nature. The monastery is bordered with a colorful religious flag marking it as a sacred place. Photography in the monastery is not permitted without prior permission.
Khecheopalri Lake
The lake is a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. The lake is renowned for its wish granting abilities and called a Wishing Lake. There are folklores that no leave has the ability to stay on the surface of the lake. Nestled amidst dense forest the lake is a serene sight to be in awe of. The lake is a sacred one hence you do not get a chance to play in the water as all the water activities are prohibited.
Rabdentse Ruins
Rabdentse was once the capital of Sikkim. It was the 16th capital which was invaded by the Nepalese. The ruins of the place offer you a chance to peek into the life in Sikkim some years back. From here you can capture a picturesque view of the Kanchenjunga Range. The ruins are kept in a good condition and a beautiful flower bed welcomes you to the main entrance.
Pemayangtse Monastery
The place is of great interest as it homes a masterpiece, a smaller wooden replica of Santopalri, the palace of Rinpoche. The miniature is the result of 5 years of hard work and craftsmanship of Dungzin Rimpoche. Though the monastery is a wide 118 kilometers from the main city, the pristine countryside along the path and the mesmerizing beauty of the monastery makes you journey so far truly worth. You can also witness the murals on the wall paintings restating the stories of Lamaism.
Sewaro Rock Garden
This is an artificial rock garden developed by the Department of Tourism of Sikkim. The garden presents you beautiful rock carving, structures, paths made of rocks and some mesmerizing pools and gardens. You can savor your hobby of nature photography here as the gardens offer panoramic views. Renowned as the best picnic spot of the town, the rock garden has a good cafeteria where you can have fast food with your family.
Singshore Bridge
The Singshore Bridge is the second highest suspended bridge in Asia. With a height of 220 meters, the incredible bridge is spread on 198 meters. It is at a distance of 5 kilometers from Pelling. It was built more than a decade ago and offers a scenic view to the visitors. The Sikkim tourism department is going to establish a bungee jumping station on the bridge very soon.

Food and Shopping in Pelling

Food in Pelling
Pelling has some good dine in bars and restaurant that serve you delicious multi-cuisine food from across the globe. However, the local food of Sikkim has a distinct taste in itself. The people of Sikkim are fond of spices and use ample of them while cooking. Rice is a very common food used in all three meals of the day. The local people also make beer from rice and savor it on special and religious occasions.
Shopping in Pelling
While in Pelling, you must buy local spices to add taste to your food back at home. You can also buy artisans related to the Lamaism and Buddhism. Buddhism influence religious jewels and mantra chanting beads chain is a must buy from Pelling.

How to reach Pelling

Pelling by Bus
The roads connecting Pelling to rest of the country are in great condition and so are the buses offered by the state transport department. You can also reach Peeling in a private bus from Siliguri, Darjeeling, Gangtok, etc.
Pelling by Taxi
Pelling is a popular tourist place and thus almost all the cities have Taxi services to reach here. You can hire a cab and enjoy the pleasing beauty of the surroundings as you travel to Pelling.
Pelling by Train
Located at a distance of 152 kilometers, the New Jalpaiguri Railway station is the closest to the Railway station to Pelling. There are many trains from NJP Railway Station that connects the town with all the major cities of the country.
Pelling by Air
If you opt for the airways your craft would land at Bagdogra Airport which is 160 kilometers from Pelling. The airport is well-connected with all the major cities of Indian and has a regular flight to and fro. Here onwards you may continue your journey in a taxi or ride the bus to Pelling.
Pelling Distance from near by Places
Distance from Siliguri 133 Kilometers
Distance from Darjeeling 73 Kilometers
Distance from Gangtok 117 Kilometers
Distance from Bagdora 140 Kilometers
Distance from New Jalpaiguri 138 Kilometers

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SRINIVASULU SATHULURI
28 Jun 2018 07:51 PM
Please is good but yo
H S SHASTRY
28 Jun 2018 07:53 PM
One can make this as center place and see attractions spread over 20 km radius.
Haresh.aswani
21 Nov 2018 05:14 PM
pelling is a city which is full of beautiful landscapes, lush greenery, flowerscapes. had a comfortable and pleasant stay at lumthang resorts. would recommend the roads to made more driver friendly, as majority still are kachha roads. the lights/ illumination in the main market as well as resorts is also very less, making visibility difficult during night travel. availability of south indian and jain food is scarce and hardly have 1 or 2 restaurants serving them. on positive aspects, it's a town
Surenutudu14
09 Jan 2024 04:00 PM
nice ambience by the travel agent and hotel , very friendly people , overall good experience, a must visit place if planning for a weekend trip with friends
Gagandeepbrar434
04 Jan 2021 11:13 AM
we went to pelling, ravangla and namchi. we had a fabulous time there. they were courteous and professional enough to give us a pleasant experience throughout our journey. everything was superb & excellent, we have enjoyed our trip most of them pelling hotel magpie chestnut retreat was a great experience & their property was full of all kind luxury facilities i will rate them as 5/5 it was so good.thanks siya & team of bharat holidays.

Trip Ideas of Pelling

17 Jan 2024
Pelling Travelogues and travel stories – Culture and Nature

Pelling is a small town in the west part of our beautiful Northeastern state of Sikkim. Pelling is known for its rich heritage, culture, and historical places in the entire town. Pelling has got some of the oldest Monasteries in Sikkim - Sanga Choeling Monastery, Sangachoeling Monastery, Khecheopalri Lake, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, Tashiding Monastery, Dubdi Monastery which has a lot of cultural influence on the people of Pelling and these are the prime attractions.I wanted to plan a holiday and was exploring some of the best places which are not very famous yet have a lot to offer to the visitors. I did a lot of research on the internet, asked my friends about it so got some names like Kasol, Kufri, Mcleodganj. I compared the destinations as per the variety and offerings. So search for the perfect next destination concluded with Pelling. There are multiple reasons behind it as this place is full of greenery and I like doing some adventure activities while going out on a trip being a fun-loving person so I shortlisted this small town. The first thing I did was to apply for a leave from my office for a week. Then I contacted one of the trusted travel agents to make the booking arrangements from flight to hotels and sightseeing. It was time to pack bags, I kept some warm clothes, DSLR is must when you are traveling, trekking shoes, trekking gear, backpack, some basic medicines, my ID proof for showing in the hotel and airport and travel guide for Pelling.

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17 Jan 2024
Best cafes in Pelling – 6 Most popular restaurants in Pelling

Pelling a small town in the western region of the cultural State Sikkim which is based in the Northeastern part of the country. This town is surrounded by an abundance of natural habitat. The place will bring your soul to peace. It has got a rich cultural and historical value in the state as well. Several structures are even before the 17th Century. In the recent past, the local government has stepped up to develop the town as a tourist hub and development activities are on full swing. Such a gesture from the authorities has improved road connectivity and other necessary public essentials are also improving rapidly. The Sanga Choling Monastery is one of the most important parts of the Sikkim circuit is one of the top destinations in Pelling. This was established way back in 1701, by the Lama Lhatsun Chempo and it is one of the oldest monasteries in the entire Sikkim. The Monastery is 7 km up the hillside from the main town of Pelling and people need to do a trek of approx 4 km to reach this place. There are a lot of heartwarming waterfalls which completely takes away the soul of visitors like Rimbi Waterfall, Khangchendzonga waterfalls and many other waterfalls are there. You can explore the wildlife and admire the beauty and peace of the natural environment. At Rabdentse Bird Park, you will find a lot of unseen species of the charming birds, listen to the chirpy music. If you want to see the mammals then the best place would be the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khangchendzonga National Park which is spread across 849 Km sq of area and covers around 25% area of the entire state. This park is famous for the Snow leopard, leopard, Golden cat, Jackal, and many more such astonishing wild creatures. Pelling has more than 4 popular monasteries which are also important tours spots that have a major impact on the culture of the place. The majority of the locals follow the Buddhism religion and this inspiration is quite visible in the dishes as well. This resemblance has also helped in the emergence of numerous cafes and restaurants in the region. Here is a list of some of the best eating joints which you must try once you are there in Pelling.

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17 Jan 2024
Nightlife in Pelling - Top 3 Amazing Spots to Experience Nightlife in Pelling

Pelling is a beautiful small town in Sikkim, its abundance of natural assets and rich cultural history will keep you mesmerized. The place is mildly cold so while trekking to monasteries, hills, and other places won't feel completely exhausted. You might not feel the need to go out at night as most nightlife is not much popular here and won't found a lot of disc or bars here however normally in the hotels where you stay to keep their guests engaged they do some bit of activities like Bonfire, light music, drinks so that you need not move out in the night. We have located some good options which you can explore to say your tiredness goodbye.

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17 Jan 2024
Pelling Shopping guide - the must-visit shopping places in Pelling for all budgets

Pelling is a small town located on the outskirts of the mammoth Mount Khangchendzonga, it is situated on the west region of Sikkim. Because the town is on the border of neighboring countries like China, Bhutan, Tibet, Nepal it has a lot of influence on its culture, lifestyle, and fooding habits. Pelling has got ancient structures that are way old even before the 17th century. There are four main monasteries which are also important tourist spots that have spread the Buddhism religion here. Buddhism is followed by most of the locals residing in the town. You can enjoy various adventure activities here like trekking, hiking, rope sliding, zip-lining at this amazing soil of nature. Shopping is Pelling is also one of the most fun-loving aspects of this touring experience as you will find new things to explore and you would like to keep all of them as a memory with you. The cultural impact would be visible on the items you can get some amazing decorative items, handicrafts, unique souvenirs, carpets, homemade Tibetan Thangkas, handmade paper products, Buddhist religious items, paintings on canvas, cloth bags, wall hangings and much more. You can check out the best places in Pelling to satisfy your shopping quest.

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17 Jan 2024
Foods of Pelling - 5 dishes of Sikkimese cuisine that you must try when you visit Pelling

Food is Pelling is inspired by the Buddhist culture, Nepalese, Tibetan, and native Sikkimese dishes. The taste of the native food would refresh you with the use of fresh vegetables, soupy texture, Rice being the integral part and main usage of non-vegetarian items. You will find that most of the restaurants are serving Non-veg types which not very common in other parts of the country. As the place gets tourists from all over the country with different fooding habits so you will find Veg Momo, Thukpa, Veg noodles, pau bhaji, chole bhature, and other north Indian dishes as well. They have a process of fermenting the vegetables so that they can be used later on when required. If you want to taste the authentic traditional food then Pelling is the place for you.

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17 Jan 2024
Best Time to Visit Pelling

The best time to visit Pelling is in the months of April to June and December to February. Pelling is a small hill town in the district of West Sikkim, India. Places to visit in and around Pelling include the local monasteries, rock garden, waterfall, the holy rock of Rani Dhunga, the imposing double-pronged Kanchenjungha Falls, the archaic quaint Singshore Bridge, the Changey Waterfalls, and the Khecheopalri Lake holy to Buddhists.  

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